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What is a flame? What is time, color, sleep, or sound? These questions were asked by students around 11 years old and answered by real scientists in past years of The Flame Challenge. The responses were then judged by some of the same students based on how well they understood and enjoyed the entries. After reviewing hundreds of questions submitted by children from around the world, the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University has announced the question issued to scientists for The Flame Challenge 2017 – What is Energy?

Accept the Challenge: What is Energy?

The contest deadline has passed. Please enter next year!

Enter the contest for a chance to win a $1,000 cash prize and a trip to New York City* to meet acclaimed actor, writer and Flame Challenge founder Alan Alda and to be honored at a special presentation during the World Science Festival. * New York City trip includes travel and accommodations for two nights for the winner. A guest is welcome to attend the meet-and-greet with Mr. Alda and the festival but travel will not be covered.

Please see below for links to download our Scientist Guide, which includes rules for the contest as well as other helpful information. There's also a link to a form where you can submit your contest entry when you're ready. If you have any questions that are not covered in the guide, please email flamechallenge@stonybrook.edu. We look forward to reviewing your entry!